Create Second Life Account for Access Control Simulation Project
Course Prerequisites: ACG 4401
Course Objectives
After completing this course you should have a strong grounding in computer and network security. You will understand the factors related to the plan-protect-respond cycle of IT security, as well as an understanding of networking concepts. You will learn of the importance of IT security to the accounting profession and of the various control frameworks that accountant's rely on for SOX compliance. It is important to state here some of the things you will not learn and which are not objectives of this course. This course is learning about defense from the many threats that individual and corporations face on a daily basis to their IT infrastructure, in doing so we will learn about many threats and how they exploit vulnerabilities but we will NOT be using these exploits in class.
Grading System
After several years of study, discussion, and implementation design, UCF has modified the existing grading practices. Starting with the Fall 2001 Semester, plus and minus grades can now be given to students. Note: the grades for this class will use the new plus/minus system.
The following is the system that was recommended by the Faculty Senate, and will be used in this course:
A
4.00
100-93%
C
2.00
75-73%
A-
3.75
92-90%
C-
1.75
72-70%
B+
3.25
89-86%
D+
1.25
69-66%
B
3.00
85-83%
D
1.00
65-63%
B-
2.75
82-80%
D-
0.75
62-60%
C+
2.25
79-76%
F
0.00
< 59%
Exams
Each exam will have two parts: 1) Multiple choice consisting of 50 questions and 2) Essay questions. The two parts can be taken from home and are open-book. The two parts will each have a time limit and can be taken in any order over the days available for the exam.
Security in The News
Find a current article related to some type of security breach and post a link to it on the Security in the News wiki page. Provide a 1-2 paragraph summary of what happened including what security controls could have prevented/detected the breach from occurring. Grading: 2 articles up to 50 points, 1 articles up to 40 points. No matter how many articles are posted quality counts so posting 3 one sentence summaries will NOT result in 50 points. Also if you post more than 1 article the type of breach needs to be different in each. No duplicate articles allowed so please review what has already been posted before posting your link and summary.
A wiki, is a collaborative, interactive web page (or set of web pages). As a registered user of a particular wiki you have the ability to create new pages, add content to existing pages, edit existing content on pages, and/or delete content. I have created a wiki for our class that is intended to serve as space devoted to summarizing and extending the material from the course textbooks. Links to the wiki can be found on the main web page for this course, and outlines of the pages will be created for you. Of course, this being a wiki, if you feel a new page/topic is appropriate, go ahead and add one. The wiki can be a great source to use when studying for the exams.
Assignments
All assignments are due prior to the start of the class on the date listed in the schedule. Late assignments: Any assignment one day late will receive a 10% reduction in points, any assignment two - three days late will receive a 50% reduction in points. Assignments will not be accepted past three days from the due date.
Grade Appeals
If you have a concern about your grade, you must make an appeal in writing to the instructor within one week (7 calendar days) of the receipt of your grade. The appeal must clearly state why you feel the grade to be unfair or the nature of the error.
Student as Customer/Student as Employee
As students you have the right to demand a strong program and competent instruction. In this sense, you are my customer. Where possible I will request feedback as to how I can provide you a better product. At times I may be able to make mid-semester adjustments, but other times I may have to wait until future semesters to improve the product. At the same time, though, you are my employee. While you may have outside employment, this class should also be considered to be a job and as your manager I have the right to expect you to be prepared to do your job. I expect that your work is completed, that you are completely prepared in all classes, and that I reserve the right to comment and evaluate work. I have the right to set the schedule and set the workload. When you don’t do your work, I will comment on this and your performance evaluation (grades) will reflect my judgments.
Class Behavior
Inappropriate behavior distracts from the ability of others to profit from their in-class experience. Such behavior includes arriving late, leaving early, and talking. Rude and inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated. Since it is my responsibility to provide and environment that is conducive to learning for everyone in the class, I will deduct points from the grade of any student who chooses to repeatedly distract others.
Cell phones and pagers MUST be set to vibrate or turned off during class. Any student whose phone rings or whose pager beeps will have their semester participation grade dropped one letter grade and may be asked to leave the remainder of the class.
Attendance
I expect 100% attendance for my classes. I expect 100% attendance for any presentations.
Academic Integrity
I strongly believe in academic and professional integrity. I expect students to complete all work consistent with these ideals. I expect that all submitted work reflect the work of the individual or group who completed the assignment, and not the work of others. Therefore, cases of academic misconduct will be treated consistent with the Golden Rule and UCF policy. It is your responsibility to take the time to acquaint yourself with these policies. Please act responsibly so we are not in a position to have to discuss this issue. For further information on this, refer to the policy on academic honesty UCF Golden Rule To this end, the research paper will be submitted via TurnitIn.com, if it is determined that your paper has been plagiarized it will receive a score of 0. TurnitIn.com provides information on the % of a paper that is identical to other papers, the determination as to whether or not a paper has been plagiarized will be made by me using the evidence provided via TurnitIn.com
Students with Disabilities
Any student in this class who has a documented visual or physical impairment, hearing disability, or any other disability covered by the university’s services for students with disabilities should contact me during the first week of class to discuss and arrange any instructional accommodations that may be necessary. Students who would like to serve as volunteer tutors, readers, or note takers for students needing special assistance are encouraged to contact me during the first week of class.
Accommodations for International Students
International students may use a dictionary in class and during exams, but no additional time will be provided to complete exams, assignments and projects. International students who wish to have additional support in improving English writing skills may feel free to contact the Writing Center (407-823-2197).
Curves
I don’t curve individual assignments and only curve final grades in very rare circumstances.
Summer 2012
Table of Contents
ACG 6415: Advanced Accounting Information Systems
Kenneth G. Dixon School of Accounting
University of Central Florida
May 15 - July 12 2012
When: Tuesday & Thursday 6:00 - 8:50 PM
Location: CL1 103
Professor: Dr. Steven Hornik
E-Mail: shornik@bus.ucf.edu
Office: BA1 432
Telephone: 407-823-5739
Office Hours: Tuesday & Thursday 5:00-6:00 and by appointment.
Required Text and Materials:
Course Prerequisites: ACG 4401
Course Objectives
After completing this course you should have a strong grounding in computer and network security. You will understand the factors related to the plan-protect-respond cycle of IT security, as well as an understanding of networking concepts. You will learn of the importance of IT security to the accounting profession and of the various control frameworks that accountant's rely on for SOX compliance. It is important to state here some of the things you will not learn and which are not objectives of this course. This course is learning about defense from the many threats that individual and corporations face on a daily basis to their IT infrastructure, in doing so we will learn about many threats and how they exploit vulnerabilities but we will NOT be using these exploits in class.
Grade Components:
Grading System
After several years of study, discussion, and implementation design, UCF has modified the existing grading practices. Starting with the Fall 2001 Semester, plus and minus grades can now be given to students. Note: the grades for this class will use the new plus/minus system.
The following is the system that was recommended by the Faculty Senate, and will be used in this course:
Exams
Each exam will have two parts: 1) Multiple choice consisting of 50 questions and 2) Essay questions. The two parts can be taken from home and are open-book. The two parts will each have a time limit and can be taken in any order over the days available for the exam.Security in The News
Find a current article related to some type of security breach and post a link to it on the Security in the News wiki page. Provide a 1-2 paragraph summary of what happened including what security controls could have prevented/detected the breach from occurring. Grading: 2 articles up to 50 points, 1 articles up to 40 points. No matter how many articles are posted quality counts so posting 3 one sentence summaries will NOT result in 50 points. Also if you post more than 1 article the type of breach needs to be different in each. No duplicate articles allowed so please review what has already been posted before posting your link and summary.Research Paper
See the wiki page on Research project.ACG6415 Wiki
A wiki, is a collaborative, interactive web page (or set of web pages). As a registered user of a particular wiki you have the ability to create new pages, add content to existing pages, edit existing content on pages, and/or delete content. I have created a wiki for our class that is intended to serve as space devoted to summarizing and extending the material from the course textbooks. Links to the wiki can be found on the main web page for this course, and outlines of the pages will be created for you. Of course, this being a wiki, if you feel a new page/topic is appropriate, go ahead and add one. The wiki can be a great source to use when studying for the exams.Assignments
All assignments are due prior to the start of the class on the date listed in the schedule. Late assignments: Any assignment one day late will receive a 10% reduction in points, any assignment two - three days late will receive a 50% reduction in points. Assignments will not be accepted past three days from the due date.Grade Appeals
If you have a concern about your grade, you must make an appeal in writing to the instructor within one week (7 calendar days) of the receipt of your grade. The appeal must clearly state why you feel the grade to be unfair or the nature of the error.Student as Customer/Student as Employee
As students you have the right to demand a strong program and competent instruction. In this sense, you are my customer. Where possible I will request feedback as to how I can provide you a better product. At times I may be able to make mid-semester adjustments, but other times I may have to wait until future semesters to improve the product. At the same time, though, you are my employee. While you may have outside employment, this class should also be considered to be a job and as your manager I have the right to expect you to be prepared to do your job. I expect that your work is completed, that you are completely prepared in all classes, and that I reserve the right to comment and evaluate work. I have the right to set the schedule and set the workload. When you don’t do your work, I will comment on this and your performance evaluation (grades) will reflect my judgments.Class Behavior
Inappropriate behavior distracts from the ability of others to profit from their in-class experience. Such behavior includes arriving late, leaving early, and talking. Rude and inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated. Since it is my responsibility to provide and environment that is conducive to learning for everyone in the class, I will deduct points from the grade of any student who chooses to repeatedly distract others.Cell phones and pagers MUST be set to vibrate or turned off during class. Any student whose phone rings or whose pager beeps will have their semester participation grade dropped one letter grade and may be asked to leave the remainder of the class.
Attendance
I expect 100% attendance for my classes. I expect 100% attendance for any presentations.Academic Integrity
I strongly believe in academic and professional integrity. I expect students to complete all work consistent with these ideals. I expect that all submitted work reflect the work of the individual or group who completed the assignment, and not the work of others. Therefore, cases of academic misconduct will be treated consistent with the Golden Rule and UCF policy. It is your responsibility to take the time to acquaint yourself with these policies. Please act responsibly so we are not in a position to have to discuss this issue. For further information on this, refer to the policy on academic honesty UCF Golden Rule To this end, the research paper will be submitted via TurnitIn.com, if it is determined that your paper has been plagiarized it will receive a score of 0. TurnitIn.com provides information on the % of a paper that is identical to other papers, the determination as to whether or not a paper has been plagiarized will be made by me using the evidence provided via TurnitIn.comStudents with Disabilities
Any student in this class who has a documented visual or physical impairment, hearing disability, or any other disability covered by the university’s services for students with disabilities should contact me during the first week of class to discuss and arrange any instructional accommodations that may be necessary. Students who would like to serve as volunteer tutors, readers, or note takers for students needing special assistance are encouraged to contact me during the first week of class.Accommodations for International Students
International students may use a dictionary in class and during exams, but no additional time will be provided to complete exams, assignments and projects. International students who wish to have additional support in improving English writing skills may feel free to contact the Writing Center (407-823-2197).Curves
I don’t curve individual assignments and only curve final grades in very rare circumstances.Tentative Class Schedule